Saturday 16 June 2012

The sky is clearing!

Hello Angels,

As the heavens continue to send forth the rain, Jen's clouds are clearing, and she can see the light on the horizon in terms of her treatment. 

I won't recap the stats, but as you all know, it's been 9 months of hell for Jen and Will. Fortunately this is the last week of her radiotherapy, and Jen is really looking forward to getting off the medical treadmill.

As you'd expect, the end of treatment brings mixed emotions. She's relieved to have finished the treatment, so now..... we have to wait patiently to see the fabulous results of all those horrible drugs.

Over the next few months Jen is going to focus on her wellbeing, getting fit, and doing what makes her happy. The good news for all of us is that what makes Jen happy is catching up with friends and family. So I expect you'll all be seeing much more of Jen and Will from now on.

Fortuitously, the end of treatment coincided with Jen and Will's 4th wedding anniversary. Hard to believe it was only 4 yrs ago that we celebrated that great day. Jen and Will have definitely had plenty on in the last few years, and so much to celebrate - especially their strong friendship, and their beautiful girls. They celebrated at Momofuku restaurant at The Star. Jen said it was very special, although with 15 courses to get through, no wonder she was "stuffed" the next day.

For those of you who haven't seen Jen for a while and aren't sure of how she's feeling physically and emotionally, I can tell you that she has absolutely turned the corner. Her hair has grown back beautifully although still on the short side, she doesn't look like a cancer patient now - just a local Lilyfield 'chick'! Without the chemo drugs in the system she is feeling so much better.  Also she has built up her emotional resilience and is feeling more positive than ever that she has beaten this beastly illness, and it is all behind her. 

I know you all feel the same way and wish her well.

Thanks again for all your love and support. It has definitely helped, and we are so grateful for every little thing, and every thought and prayer you send Jen's way.

Love to all

Cathy

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